Clinical Physiology of the Venous System
Author | : Francisc A. Schneider |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 253 |
Release | : 2012-12-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781441992826 |
ISBN-13 | : 1441992820 |
Rating | : 4/5 (26 Downloads) |
Download or read book Clinical Physiology of the Venous System written by Francisc A. Schneider and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinical Physiology of the Venous System is a comprehensive overview of vein physiology. - Presents data in the fields of venous physiology, pharmacology and venous diseases as well as the field of phlebology, which has seen rapid and important progress in the last decade. - Recent developments in venous disorders are covered with regard to pathophysiology; most modern diagnostic methods and therapies. - Venous tone regulation data is presented with a focus on neural; hormonal; local and myogenic control of venous smooth muscle. Special attention was paid to endothelium-derived vasoactive factors involved in the regulation of venous tone. - Take home messages at the beginning of each chapter for quick review. - List of key abbreviations used in the book. - Well illustrated with teaching tables. - Useful for any physician, researcher or student interested in vein physiology.